We're not sure when the first person decided to include the Big Green Egg in our November holiday tradition, but we do know that the EGG can make it a memorable Thanksgiving meal! If you have holiday entertaining on your schedule, look no farther than this collection of special holiday ideas.

The recipes are festive, yet simple, and with the EGG, outdoor entertaining requires so little effort that the host is free to relax with family and friends. The holidays are a time for celebrations, and the ease-of-use and versatility of the Big Green Egg allows you the opportunity to enjoy your guests, embrace the culinary experience and create wonderful memories of shared meals together.

As for that turkey, you can cook a whole one or just a breast. You can brine it, inject it and then roast it.  Check out these turkey recipe options, get your Big Green Egg charcoal on hand and enjoy! And free up your oven for other food.

Turkey Recipes

BRINED

This brined turkey has a subtle smoky flavor and is incredibly moist and succulent.

INJECTED

ROASTED

What's on the Side? 

According to historians, the Pilgrims didn't have cranberry sauce (sugar was too much of a luxury), pumpkin pie (lack of butter, flour and an oven), and sweet or mashed potatoes (neither available to them in 1621). They also didn't have plank roasted pears with blue cheese or brussels sprouts with golden raisins. These recipes will make you think differently about Thanksgiving sides and desserts – they make for a very modern feast of thanks.

Brussels Sprouts with Golden Raisins

These grilled brussels sprouts will change your mind about eating your veggies.

Candied Sweet Potatoes

Wonderfully caramelized, these sweet potatoes are sure to get rave reviews.

Plank-Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese

These can be served with a salad, as an appetizer or even a dessert.

Rosemary Yeast Rolls

Our Deep Dish Baking Stone is perfect for baked goods!

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie

Perfect for a family fall dinner or winter holiday dessert!

Apple-Walnut Crostata with Caramel Sauce

There are three types of apples in this crostata that make it taste balanced and delicious.

We have all your Turkey Day needs!